The Science Mill in Johnson City is a showcase of modern science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), featuring exhibits of innovation, ingenuity, and the wonders of the natural world. Even the building itself, a 19th century gristmill and cotton gin, Read more…
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The Science Mill in Johnson City has been selected as one of 2023’s Top 20 Places to Take Kids In and Around Austin by EntertainmentCalendar.com, a national network that showcases events, resources, and opportunities available in local communities. The nonprofit museum Read more…
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The first time I stood on Lake Marble Falls, I realized paddleboarding might be the best way to experience the natural beauty of the Highland Lakes. Lake Marble Falls is a small stretch of the Colorado River nestled between Wirtz Read more…
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The Llano River winds into the Highland Lakes from the far-west outskirts of the Texas Hill Country, pouring through its namesake town before spilling into Lake LBJ. The city of Llano has three parks that offer excellent and easy access Read more…
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You won’t hear cries of “I’m bored!” at the Putters & Gutters location in Marble Falls. The fun center offers an array of activities and entertainment, including a bowling alley, a mini-golf course, a go-kart track, an arcade, a skating Read more…
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Everybody needs a vacation — a time to relax and reboot, experience new places, or revisit familiar ones. A tough economy can make that a bit more challenging, but with a little research, some priority setting, and an eagle eye for Read more…
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My first trip to a skating rink, which was when I was in high school, didn’t go so well. After returning home with an array of bruises, I swore to forgo skating forever. Then, Putters & Gutters opened for business Read more…
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Explore and enjoy nature from the back of a horse. Travis Caffee of Thunder Horse Outfitters brings his small herd of 12 rescued horses to the Highland Lakes to spend the fall, winter, and spring at Reveille Peak Ranch in Read more…
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The scenic beauty and potential for adventure are hallmarks of the Highland Lakes, and Reveille Peak Ranch undeniably showcases those qualities. The ranch is a major mountain biking destination in Texas but also offers trail running, horseback riding, camping, and Read more…
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Summer heat can take the fun out of any outdoor adventure, so stay inside! There are plenty of ways to beat the heat and boredom in the Highland Lakes. Enjoy the following cool, family-friendly activities. SCIENCE MILL 101 S. Lady Read more…
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